Cup Octopus Ocean Craft
Make an easy ocean craft using a printable octopus template and a plastic cup. Kids color the tentacles, add a cup and googly eyes, and create a fun ocean activity for summer or preschool themes.
Yield: 1 octopus craft
Cost: $1
Materials
- 1 Ocean octopus printable
- 1 plastic cup (9–16 oz)
- Crayons, markers, or colored pencils
- 2 googly eyes
- Glue stick or tacky glue
- Black marker
Instructions
- Print the octopus printable on regular printer paper or cardstock.
- Color the tentacles and decorate the printable however you like.
- Glue googly eyes onto the cup.
- Use a black marker to draw a smile or silly octopus expression.
- Turn the plastic cup upside down and place it over the center circle.
- Let dry if needed and display your finished ocean craft
Notes
- Color before placing the cup for easier decorating.
- Cardstock creates a sturdier finished craft.
- Great for preschool ocean themes, summer activities, and indoor play.